Comparing, Adding, and Subtracting Fractions & Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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What is the process for subtracting fractions?

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Similar to addition, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then subtract the numerators.

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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions before adding.

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How do you find the difference between two mixed numbers?

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Convert both to improper fractions, find a common denominator, and then subtract.

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What is the importance of a common denominator in adding or subtracting fractions?

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A common denominator allows fractions to be combined accurately.